The Hillside Pulpit

The Royal Law, the "Law of Love" is the very heart of the Law, intensifying, not softening, God's moral demands. It is the measure by which all will be judged on the last day. Listen in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 1-20-19 PM by pastor Chad Hendley. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com

Christians have the glory and duty to uphold the biblical reality that children are blessings--not burdens--within this culture of death. Listen in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 1-20-19 AM by pastor Chad Hendley

What is Partiality? Why is it a sin? What is the root problem and source of it? Hears these issues discussed in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA by pastor Chad Hendley on 1/13/19 PM.  www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com

In this message, pastor Chad explains how the story of Judges fits into the overall biblical storyline. Why did God command them to destroy the Canaanites? What can we learn from their failure to conquer the land? What does their story tell us about our need for a Savior and a King? Find out, in this sermon delivered to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 1/13/19 AM. www.cottondalebaptistc...

The Word of God transforms both our "who" and our "do". As we receive God's word humbly, we are transformed by it. Listen in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 1-6-19 pm by Pastor Chad Hendley.

In this sermon, pastor Chad explains Ephesians 4:11-16, and the need of each member of Christ's body to fulfill their function for us to grow. The church is stable, but not growing. We need to seek God and exercise our gifts in service to see him do great things among us this year. Presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 1/6/19 AM. 

What is the biblical significance of the Promised Land as conquered by Joshua and the Israelites, and how does it fit in the history long story of redemption? Find out in this message delivered to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 12/30/18 AM by pastor Chad Hendley. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com

Remembering God's immutable generosity will change our lives, and the greatest example of his generosity is our salvation. Listen in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 12/23/18 PM by pastor Chad Hendley.

What can we learn about God from the Christmas story? He is a world-moving God, a self-impoverishing, and a promise-keeping God. Learn how in this sermon delivered to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 12/23/18 AM by pastor Chad Hendley.

Is it legitimate to blame God for our sin?  Are humans basically good or born with a blank slate? How do our desires relate to our sin, and where does that sin come from? Hear pastor Chad explore these Christians in a sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 12-16-18 PM. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com

The birth of Jesus Christ and his subsequent life, death, and resurrection make up the very climax of human history, and the reality to which every type and shadow in the Old Testament pointed. But what was this child supposed to bring? In this famous passage, we learn two beautiful things Christ came to bring: joy and justice. Listen in the sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman...

Jesus Christ is the great equalizer. Regardless of our financial or socioeconomic status, we all stand in the same position before God. We need not be overly concerned with world assessment of power, privilege, and prestige. Rather, we should seek the commendation of God, not the comforts of men--for in so doing, we will find unhindered joy forever.  www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com

In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley explores how the gospel of John depicts Jesus as being "sent" by the Father, and what implications that has for us when Jesus said, "As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you." This sermon was presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 12/2/18 AM.

How can Christians have true and legitimate joy in the midst of trials and sorrows? How does the reality of future resurrection and reward affect our endurance of suffering today? How do our trials work ultimately for our good? Hear pastor Chad Hendley discuss these questions in this sermon delivered to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 11.18.18 PM.  www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com

What do we learn from the Tabernacle concerning God's relationship to his people. Simply, (1) Our Sin Separates Us from God, but (2) God Deals with Our Sin to Dwell with Us Again. Hear Pastor Chad Hendley discuss this and more in this sermon delivered to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 11/18/2018 AM. 

In this final message in our series on biblical interpretation through Rob Plummer's book (40 Questions on Interpreting the Bible) learn how to interpret the genres of parables and epistles. This message was delivered to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 11/11/18 (6pm) by pastor Chad Hendley. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com

Continuing through our "Journey through the Bible," this week we look at Israel's encounter with God at Mt. Sinai. From this encounter we learn that God is holy and that our service is response to God's saving grace. This sermon was presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 11/11/18 (11am) by pastor Chad Hendley. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com

Continuing our series on Bible interpretation, going through Dr. Rob Plummer's book "40 Questions on Interpreting the Bible," we now address how to interpret the genres of narrative, prophecies, and figures of speech. If you are looking for the tools necessary to accurately interpret these types of books in your Bible, check it out. This message was delivered to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastma...

Hear powerful and encouraging stories of souls saved and lives changed through the Bible distribution ministry of the Gideons. 11/4/18 (11am), Cottondale Baptist Church, Eastman, GA.

Learn how we can punch holes in the darkness of this world with our lives in this message from Rev. Daniel Cook presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 10/21/18 during our 95th Anniversary Homecoming Service. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com

What is meaning? Who determines meaning? How can we arrive at a faithful conclusion of the meaning of a text? In a day of great confusion over how to determine the meaning of a text, learn some helpful principles in this message from pastor Chad Hendley delivered to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 10/14/18 during the 6pm service. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com

What does the story of Moses and Exodus tells us about God's unfolding plan in history? What is God major purpose in the world? How does our weakness relate to God's power? Find out in this message delivered to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 10/14/18 by pastor Chad Hendley

What are some general principles to help us draw accurate, faithful conclusions from the biblical text? Receive some basic guidelines in this message from pastor Chad Hendley delivered to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 10/7/18 during the 6pm service. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com

How does an omnipotent, sovereign, and benevolent God fit in with our suffering? Let us learn some biblical lessons on suffering from Joseph's story in this sermon delivered on 10/7/18 to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA by pastor Chad Hendley. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com

The stories of Isaac and Jacob show that God is faithful to his promises. Faith and obedience and integrally connected. And God’s promise rest ultimately on his sovereign grace. Learn more in the sermon delivered to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 9/30/18 during the 11am service by pastor Chad Hendley.  cottondalebaptistchurch.com